Steve Hilton

Steve Hilton Calls for “Abundance and Growth” in California Agriculture

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…the importance of strong relationships with federal leadership. He pointed to his connections with figures tied to the Donald Trump administration as a key advantage. He specifically mentioned working relationships…

Chad Bianco

Chad Bianco on California Agriculture: “Common Sense Can Fix What’s Broken”

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…Donald Trump or leaders from opposing parties. He criticized the current political climate of partisan conflict, arguing that it undermines progress. His goal, he said, is to serve as governor…

Steve Hilton

Steve Hilton: “Help Is on the Way” for California Agriculture

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…mounting pressures. Partnership with Washington Unlike the current administration’s frequent legal clashes with federal leadership, Hilton says he would pursue cooperation. He cites relationships with members of President Trump’s cabinet,…

Elaine Culotti

Elaine Culotti Announces Run for California Governor, Calls for Economic Reset and Bipartisan Reform

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…particularly with former President Donald Trump. She argued that political hostility has cost California access to critical federal partnerships and funding, especially in the wake of wildfires. She was equally…

Sonoma County

Sonoma County Agriculture: Challenges, Advocacy, and Community Engagement

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…Trump administration, highlighting its nutritional value for children. She stressed the importance of common-sense policies, careful stewardship of resources, and accountability in government spending, especially in addressing hunger and homelessness….

Agriculture

Brooke Rollins Warns California Agriculture Faces an Existential Threat

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…conditions where it can truly thrive. Ag Meter Question: What Can Be Done for California Farmers? When asked by the “Ag Meter”, Nick Papagni of AgNet West, what the Trump…

California

AgNet News Hour: Policy, Innovation & the Future of Agriculture

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…the state and national levels. The show opens with California weather updates and a look at renewed activity from the USDA under the Trump administration, including export reports, WASDE data,…

California

AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026

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…play a crucial role in shaping the future of trade relations across North America. With President Trump’s administration focusing on tariffs to bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S., the…

California

AgNet News Hour: California Agriculture, Wine Industry Insights & Trade Talks for 2026

DanAgNet News Hour, Agri-Business, Economy, Exports/Imports, Grapes, Interview, Legislative, Podcasts, Regulation, Special Reports, Tariffs, Trade, U.S-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA), Wine

…play a crucial role in shaping the future of trade relations across North America. With President Trump’s administration focusing on tariffs to bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S., the…

California

California Agriculture at a Crossroads: Insights from Fresno County Farm Bureau President Ryan Jacobsen

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…possibility of immigration reform under the incoming federal administration. Jacobsen expressed cautious optimism. President-elect Trump has repeatedly stated an interest in addressing several categories of immigration—agricultural laborers, DACA recipients, and…

Nanette Simonian

Nanette Simonian: Championing California Agriculture & Women in Ag

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…the Trump administration historically prioritized agricultural support in ways some state policies have not. Accessibility and Outreach Nanette is known for her hands-on, approachable leadership style. She makes herself available…

almond

Inside the 2025 Almond Market: Supply, Pricing, Tariffs, and Global Demand

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…industry. Toor praised the Trump administration’s negotiations with Europe, India, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam. Europe recently threatened counter-tariffs but ultimately backed off, keeping demand stable. China is more complex….